Tag: Resume

• How I Used Cover Letters to my Advantage in a Competitive Job Field

  

  By Hannah Coleman, Operations Coordinator, Career Center Getting a cover letter right can be difficult, especially when the style and tone vary depending on the job and the company you are applying for. When cover letters are done well though, the payoff can be crucial to prompt employers to give your application more than just […]

  DePaul Career Center

  March 18, 2022

  All Posts, Career Advice, Jobs & Internships, Resume & Portfolio

  cover letter, interviews, job applications, job search, Resume

• 5 Career Fair Prep Tips

  

  By: Lorne Bobren, Technology & Design Career Community Advisor The DePaul Career Center hosts several job fairs each year. The companies who attend are eager to learn about your qualifications and why you may be a good fit for their company. Whether you are looking for a full-time job or an internship, here are some […]

  DePaul Career Center

  September 20, 2019

  All Posts, Career Advice

  ASK, Career Fair, Career Fair tips, elevator pitch, Job Fair, Job fair prep, networking, Resume, Tips

• 3 Ways Storytelling Can Enhance Your Interview

  

  Whenever we meet someone new, we’re actively engaged in storytelling. We start by introducing ourselves and, depending on whom we’re meeting, cater our story to that particular audience. This can become tricky when we’re engaging with potential employers; what should we include in our stories, and what types of stories do employers want to hear? […]

  Michael Elias

  August 9, 2017

  Career Advice, Interviewing

  behavioral questions, interview, Interviewing, Resume, situational questions, STAR formula, storytelling

• What Recruiters Like to See on a Resume & What Makes Them Cringe

  

  By: Kristen A. Urhausen-Kummerer, Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) mentor and former Big Four recruiting and operations leader I have read thousands of resumes in my career with the Big Four and have seen all styles, formats and lengths. Having a resume with the right information, format and presentation can make or break your chances of […]

  Guest Author

  March 24, 2017

  Resume & Portfolio

  Alumni Sharing Knowledge, employers, KPMG, professional experience, PwC, recruiters, Resume

• Marketing Your Service Experiences to Potential Employers

  

  By: Mackenzie Canfield, DePaul University English and sociology major ’17 and peer career advisor For many of us, service is a critical part of our experiences as DePaul students. It’s an opportunity to not only engage with various Chicago communities, but also build lasting, impactful relationships with individuals outside of our immediate DePaul networks. However, […]

  Guest Author

  December 14, 2016

  Resume & Portfolio

  cover letter, Resume, skills, transferrable skills, tutor, volunteering

• Is Your Resume Career Fair Ready? Let’s Find Out

  

  By: Lynn Gibson, Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) mentor and DePaul University marketing graduate DePaul’s first major career fair of the season is days away—are you ready? Your time with each recruiter will be limited. So, using every moment strategically is a worthy goal. Making a great first impression will “condition” the recruiter to expect a […]

  Guest Author

  September 29, 2016

  Resume & Portfolio

  accounting, Alumni Sharing Knowledge, ASK, Career Fair, Job Fair, Resume